Atty. William Lawrence Summers

Atty. William Lawrence Summers

William Lawrence Summers is a lawyer practicing criminal law, trial practice, civil practice and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Kent State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About William Lawrence Summers at a glance

William Lawrence Summers is a criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, and appellate attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1969), U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1970), U.S. Tax Court (1973), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1987). Educated at Cleveland State University (J.D., 1969) and Kent State University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Lawrence Summers is a lawyer practicing criminal law, trial practice, civil practice and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Kent State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • William practices in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Lawrence Summers's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Lawrence Summers handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William Lawrence Summers is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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William Lawrence Summers is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

William Lawrence Summers is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Ohio →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

William Lawrence Summers is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Lawrence Summers

Where is William Lawrence Summers's law office located?
William Lawrence Summers's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Lawrence Summers handle?
William Lawrence Summers focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William Lawrence Summers practiced law?
William Lawrence Summers has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did William Lawrence Summers go to law school?
William Lawrence Summers earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact William Lawrence Summers for a consultation?
You can contact William Lawrence Summers directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Lawrence Summers received?
William Lawrence Summers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland State University
- 1969
B.A.
Kent State University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1987
Kentucky
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Norther District of Oklahoma
Admitted: 1991

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